Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has expressed his enthusiasm for the club's recent signings, particularly highlighting the arrivals of Enzo Fernandez and Iliman Ndiaye on transfer deadline day. Fernandez, who joined from Benfica, made headlines with a club-record transfer fee of £125 million, marking a significant investment by City as they bolster their squad for the current season.
Maresca, who is familiar with Fernandez from their time together, spoke highly of the midfielder's qualities. "I know Enzo quite well," he stated. "I know what he can bring to the team. He’s a winner, he has a winning mentality. He knows how to win, you know, World Cup, Club World Cup. And the main thing is that, again, he’s a winner." This sentiment underscores the importance of having players with a strong competitive spirit, especially in a squad aiming for success on multiple fronts.
Fernandez is expected to make his debut shortly, with Maresca confirming his readiness to contribute to the team. "Again, I just said he’s a winner. When you belong to a squad and another winner player arrives, they are always happy," he added. The excitement around Fernandez's arrival was palpable, with several players reportedly inquiring about his transfer, indicating a warm welcome from the existing squad.
In addition to Fernandez, Iliman Ndiaye also joined Manchester City on the same day, transferring from Everton for £65 million. Maresca was equally impressed with Ndiaye's abilities, stating, "He’s so good, he’s so good. In the last two days, you can see already how good he is in terms of 1v1, in terms of in the last third, inside the box. I’m very happy to have him with us." The addition of Ndiaye adds further depth to City's attacking options as they aim to maintain their status as one of the top teams in the Premier League.
With the transfer window now closed, Maresca also took the opportunity to announce the team's captains for the season. Following the departure of Bernardo Silva to Real Madrid, the leadership responsibilities have been entrusted to Ruben Dias, Erling Haaland, Marc Guehi, and Gigio Donnarumma. This new leadership group will play a crucial role in guiding the team through the challenges of the season ahead.
The arrival of Fernandez and Ndiaye, coupled with the established leadership within the squad, positions Manchester City as a formidable contender in both domestic and European competitions. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on how these new signings integrate into the team and contribute to their pursuit of silverware.
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